Major city · Ghana
Lawra
Spend 1–2 days in Lawra: walk the market, visit the Naa's Palace and nearby cultural sites, then continue north or back to Wa.
Lawra is a small Upper West town on the Burkina Faso border. Its market, chief's palace and nearby natural spots fit a half‑day to two‑day visit. Transport is by tro‑tro, shared minibuses or foot, making day trips easy.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GHS
- Best months
- Nov–Mar (dry season)
- avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season)
- Airport
- none nearby
- Nights
- 1–2
Not a trip line yet
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What is in this basic guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Lawra191 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Lawra, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Ghanaian cedi (GHS, GH₵).Ghana-wide
- SIM or eSIMMTN has the widest coverage, with Telecel (ex-Vodafone) and AT as alternatives…Ghana-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap.Ghana-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is added.Ghana-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets D/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Ghana-wide
- SafetyLawra is generally safe for daytime visitors; stay alert after dark, keep valuables hidden, and use reputable tro‑tro operators.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and restaurants; public toilets charge a few cedis.Ghana-wide
- Emergency numbers191 police · 192 fire · 193 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSunday mornings are for church and many shops open late; offices close on public holidays.Ghana-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- Getting aroundWalk the town centre (market, palace, weaving sites).
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- none nearby: arrive by land or via another city
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Lawra: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
5 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the town centre (market, palace, weaving sites). Tro‑tro or shared minibuses run the Lawra‑Wa and Lawra‑Hamile roads; fares are a fixed low amount per drop.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Babile Mushroom Rocks
goDoor to door: ≈1 h round trip
Tro‑tro south via Lawra‑Hamile road, about 30 min
Short walk to the rock formations.
Nandom
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Shared minibus from Lawra station, about 1 h 15 min
Visit the Kobine Festival grounds if in October.
Jirapa
cautionDoor to door: ≈3 h
Tro‑tro via Wa, about 2 h total
Longer ride; consider overnight if time is limited.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Assembly Guesthouse and Restaurant
Central location, 24 h reception
Kontol Hotel
Budget option, basic amenities
Kui Guest House
GH₵270–300 per night
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- GH₵30–50 excl. bed
- Mid
- GH₵60–90 excl. bed
- High
- GH₵120+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse or budget hotel1 × 1 night × GHS 200 | GHS 200 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × GHS 1,500 | GHS 1,500 |
| Tro‑tro ride Wa ↔ Lawra (one way)1 × GHS 150 · check | GHS 150 |
| eSIM data (1 week, 5 GB)1 × GHS 2,500 · check | GHS 2,500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | GHS 440 |
| Trip total≈ GHS 4,790 per person per day, bed included | GHS 4,790 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Meal (local dish like Tuo zaafi) | GH₵15–30 |
| Bottle of water (1.5 L) | GH₵3–5 |
| Tro‑tro fare (short intra‑town) | GH₵2–5 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be dusty in the dry season; carry water.
- Night travel on unlit roads is discouraged.
- Check festival dates; Kobine Festival is in October.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 191
- Fire
- 192
- Ambulance
- 193
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LawraLawra
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My bed tonight
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Mepɛ sɛ mekɔ haPlease take me to this address
Emergency
- Police191
- Fire192
- Ambulance193
Embassy
US consular services are in Accra; contact the US Embassy for assistance.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Wa → Lawra (tro‑tro): ≈ GH₵150, 2–2½ h (check)
Say or show
- Agoo — Hello / Good morning (ah-goo)
- Ɛhe na? — How much? (eh-he na?)
- Meda wo ase — Thank you (meh-dah wo ah-seh)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Lawra. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Mar (dry season) · avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
- 0 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Lawra to break the Wa‑Jirapa drive.
- Include a guided walk to the Erimon Crocodile Pond.
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